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In response to a Presidential Memorandum issued on January 20, 2025, the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) is delaying the effective dates of two regulatory program amendments in Wyoming and Montana. These amendments were initially published in January 2025 and were set to take effect soon. The Wyoming amendment addresses the disposal of wind turbine blades and towers in surface coal mining sites, while the Montana amendment deals with definitions and permit requirements related to environmental regulations. The delay is meant to provide time for further review and consideration without public input, as seeking such input would be impractical given the time constraints.

The Office of Hearings and Appeals of the Interior Department is further delaying the effective date of a rule concerning practices before the Department. Initially published on January 10, 2025, this rule's effective date was first set for February 10, 2025, then delayed to March 21, 2025, and now it is postponed again to May 5, 2025. This decision follows a memorandum from President Trump titled "Regulatory Freeze Pending Review," intended to allow more time for the department to review the rule. The postponement is being enacted without public comment because it is deemed impractical and not in the public interest to delay further for comment.

The Department of Labor has decided to delay the implementation of the Tip Regulations Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) until April 30, 2021. This decision follows a directive for a "Regulatory Freeze Pending Review" to ensure that the rule's legal, policy, and factual issues are fully assessed. Many stakeholders during a public comment period supported the delay, expressing concerns that the rule might have complicated effects on workers, including tip credit application and compliance costs for employers. The decision also allows time to address a legal complaint arguing that certain aspects of the rule are contrary to existing laws.

The National Park Service (NPS) is delaying the effective date of a rule titled "Visitor Experience Improvements Authority Contracts" from January 17, 2025, to March 21, 2025. This decision follows a memorandum from President Donald J. Trump issued on January 20, 2025, which requests a temporary regulatory freeze to review the implications of new rules. The delay is based on good cause exceptions, meaning it goes into effect without public comment because it's considered urgent and necessary. The NPS might consider further delays if needed, and any such decision could be open for public input.

The Office of Natural Resources Revenue (ONRR) is delaying the effective date of its "2020 Valuation Reform and Civil Penalty Rule" from February 16, 2021, to April 16, 2021. This decision follows the January 20, 2021, White House directive to pause and review pending regulations, ensuring they properly consider applicable laws and policies. The delay also opens a 30-day comment period for public input on the rule's legal and policy foundations and the impact of the delay itself. The ONRR hopes to gather feedback on various concerns, particularly how recent changes in Executive Orders and potential adjustments to royalty calculations might affect the rule.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has delayed the start date of a rule that changes energy conservation standards for walk-in coolers and freezers. Originally set to begin earlier, the new start date for this rule is March 21, 2025. This delay allows for further review of the rule as directed by a presidential memo. The DOE is also inviting public comments on the potential impacts of this delay and any related issues, although the final compliance dates for these standards remain unchanged.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has delayed the effective date of a new safety rule, FMVSS No. 305a, from December 20, 2024, to March 20, 2025. This rule is meant to update safety standards for electric vehicles, focusing on aspects like battery safety and emergency response information. The delay allows for further review as directed by a presidential memorandum, aiming to ensure all new regulations are thoroughly considered. Public comments are not being solicited for this delay because it was deemed urgent and necessary for the smooth implementation of the regulations.

The Department of Energy (DOE) has decided to delay the effective date of a rule concerning the test procedures for central air conditioners and heat pumps. This action aligns with a directive from President Trump, urging the review of certain rules. The delay gives additional time for feedback and analysis, particularly on a new component of the testing procedure, the controls verification procedure (CVP). Some manufacturers expressed concerns about the potential costs and challenges of implementing these new tests, as they might require design adjustments and could be burdensome. DOE will continue to review the rule and consider comments received from industry stakeholders.

The Office of Hearings and Appeals within the Department of the Interior has announced the delay of an interim final rule's effective date. Originally set to take effect on February 10, 2025, it will now be effective on March 21, 2025. This decision aligns with a directive from President Trump's memo titled "Regulatory Freeze Pending Review," which advises delaying rules to allow further review. The delay was implemented without public comment due to exemptions allowing immediate action when feedback is impractical or contrary to public interest.